Near ThreatenedLegendaryEndemicFruitForestCup nestSmall · 33 g
About the Orange-spotted Bulbul
The orange-spotted bulbul is a species of songbird in the bulbul family of passerine birds. It is endemic to Java, Bali and Sumatra.
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Up to 20 cm long. It is a dark-colored and active bulbul with a rounded tail. Voice: It is a noisy bird, giving out a variety of harsh and loud calls and songs.
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Where it lives
Regular range
When to see it
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Peak activity in August · a variable species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Spot-necked BulbulPycnonotus tympanistrigusThe spot-necked bulbul is a species of songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae.
Straw-headed BulbulPycnonotus zeylanicusThe straw-headed bulbul is a species of songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae.
Pale-eyed BulbulPycnonotus davisoniThe pale-eyed bulbul grows to a length of about 20 cm (8 in).
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